Contact with prime movers, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury resulting from direct physical contact with the moving parts of machinery, such as gears, belts, or blades. It indicates the initial presentation of a patient for treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with an injury sustained from direct contact with the operational components of industrial or agricultural machinery. This includes incidents where a body part is caught in, struck by, or otherwise directly impacted by the moving elements of a prime mover.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the injury was due to direct contact with the moving parts of a machine.
• Always append the appropriate seventh character for the encounter (A for initial, D for subsequent, S for sequela).
• Code any associated injuries (e.g., lacerations, fractures) separately and in addition to this external cause code.